Sushi Friends, Papatoetoe is a sushi shop at Shop 6/63-65 St George St in Papatoetoe, Manukau City, Auckland, with a Google rating of 5.0.
Good sushi starts with the rice, which should be lightly seasoned, slightly sticky and still just warm or at room temperature, never hard or cold from the fridge. Fish and fillings should look fresh and clean, and rolls should hold together when you pick them up. If you are choosing a sushi shop, look at how busy it is at lunchtime and whether the rolls are made fresh through the day, as sushi is best eaten the same day it is made. Regulars mix a few types, such as nigiri, hand rolls and cooked options, and use soy sauce sparingly so the rice does not fall apart. Tell staff about allergies, as soy, sesame, fish and shellfish are common, and ring ahead for larger platters.
For people in Papatoetoe and nearby parts of south Auckland, Sushi Friends on St George St is a top-rated local stop for sushi.